Adult male cat problems?

Question

Have an adult male cat (maybe 10 yrs) who is now vomiting up cat food all time, crapping outside the littler box and in other places around the house. The cat has been in family for a long time, and I hate even asking, but do you all think it may be time to put him down? We have a 8 month old baby and no time or patience to clean up after this cat. The vet says nothing is wrong. So I doubt they would put him to sleep. Damn I hate thinking of that option.

Answer 1

it may be he has diabetes. Do you live in a location where you could put him outside maybe? I wouldnt want a sick cat around my baby nor would i want cat crap on the floor where my baby crawls..... I'd stick his but outside....may be he is jealous of your baby.... Find it another home or put him outdoors.... Or take him to the humane society... if you are in thre city, maybe you could find someone in a counrty living to adopt him and give him some love and freedom..... There are many options other than putting him down....Espically if the vet says he is okay... I'd have a few more test's run first..... Best of Luck

Answer 2

Go to www.littlebigcat.com. Jean Hovfe runs the site and she is a veterinarian, a past president of the Amer. Assoc. of Holistic Veterinarians. There are many excellent articles there -- litterbox problems, integration with a new baby etc.

I would try the Bach flower essence Walnut to help the cat adjust to the new situation. I would put it on the baby's changing table to remind you that you need to shake the bottle and give the cat three or four drops after you change the baby. You simply put the drops on the fur between the cat's ears.

I know a new mother doesn't need an extra task in her busy and exhausting day. I sense you truly care about the cat. The Walnut can be truly beneficial to the cat and you. Seven to ten days is not an eternity.

Get some Rescue Remedy for yourself. Shake the bottle, put three to four drops in half a glass of water and sip it as often as you can.

Answer 3

Hi there....this sounds like a behavioural problem rather than medical as your vet has noted. However, I wouldn't object to consider an alternate opinion just to be sure with a vet who specialize in cat-only care.

Cats will react when stressed, there are changes in the home with a new family member (whether be it another pet or baby). Sometimes by offering it a little more play and affection time with those he gravitates towards more often helps. Some older felines play little, however he must have a favourite such as a laser dot (most senior cats still like this). I've included a couple of wonderful websites about helping older cats with behavioural and medical problems. I hope you can help this little ole guy out with these two websites info.

Answer 4

There is nothing wrong with your dumb old cat. He's just grouchy that the new addition (the baby) is getting more attention than he used to enjoy.
Either keep the cat and sell the baby,... Or keep the baby and have the cat stuffed. You can still keep that cat, that way. Have him posed like he is curled up - sleeping. He'd make a great door stop.

Some cats take well to babies,... Give him time, he might adopt the baby and return to behaving himself. Or he could continue in his resentful streak and might do minor harm like nip it or scratch it one of these days.
Its so adorable when a cat is snuggling with a baby. Try just talking to your cat as if he were a human member of the family, scold him like he was a child. He just wants a little more attention thats all,... poor thing.

Also I concur, with the others - its time that he got a diet for elderly cats, his tummy is just a little more sensitive now that he's old and febble. Cut back on some of the treats that he used to get when he was younger, sometimes they may be making his tummy cranky too (or giving him gas - at least he hasn't learned to fart,... yet). Treat him to extra pats and strokes and cuddles.

Good luck & take care.
mahalo

Answer 5

He is senior, and probably needs to have his cat food switched. He may also be protesting the newer addition to the family, if it has gone on for a bit. Please don't put him down. I swear I am not a salesperson for this company, but give Natural Balance (in the dark pink bag) a try. It is a little more expensive, but very worth it. I had an 8 year old cat with similar problems, and the switch in diet worked complete wonders! She used to pee everywhere, too. Also, make sure you take a little bit of time (I know you are busy) to give him love..You can also try alternative cat litters that attract cats to the box..you can get it at Petsmart. (ie. Cat Attract) Natural Balance is sold at Petco and Pet People. Good luck!

Answer 6

Sounds like the cat is like an older sibling who is jealous of the new arrival. You might try to make sure you're spending more time with the cat, keep the box clean and redirect him to it. You can try discipline for this behavior. Also, as far as the vomiting, try a new cat food or less cat food. If the vet says he's fine, then it must be a jealousy issue. If it it persists, then give him to someone who can give him the attention he needs.

Answer 7

Cats just like humans should not be considered disposable just because they get old. Try another brand of cat food. Feed smaller amounts more often. Put down more then one litter box. keep them clean.10 years old is not that old for a cat. mine are 18 and 14 now. Its sounds like a behavior issue due to the new baby

Answer 8

How long has he been doing this? Perhaps he feels neglected because of the baby! It wouldn't be the first time an animal has changed it's attitude because of a new family member.
If he's getting older he may need a change of diet, perhaps he has developed a sensitivity to what you are currently feeding him. If the vet says there is nothing physically wrong with him, it's very tough to say that he could be doing this from age.
http://www.vetinfo.com/clitbox.html

Answer 9

i would ask anouther vet or i would try to find a batter home for the cat

Answer 10

try changing his diet